A decade ago when it came to using cameras for security, companies screwed rectangular boxes to walls and ran long cables to an office where the grainy video feed was viewed by a security guard. New surveillance cameras coming on the market offer more options from full field of view to remote control functionality. Unfortunately, many of the latest security devices aren't being made available in the Saudi market, in part because there is a lack of awareness and demand among users. Also, local surveillance equipment providers continue to sell systems that that depend on multiple devices and installation as a means of pushing up prices. It's time that businesses came to understand how easy it is bring enhanced security into their locations for the better protection of society as a whole. Consider the VSX-1.3MP-PIR1 from 3xLOGIC. This 1.3 megapixel wireless IP camera with built-in passive infrared offers image clarity up to 1280 x 960 pixels . It can be flexibly deployed, using either Power over Ethernet or wireless. It comes packed with sought after alarm features including: built-in motion detection, integrated tampering alarm, network disconnect, IP address conflict and storage exception. Its built-in microphone and speaker makes for easy remote monitoring and two-way communication and optional on-board storage up 32GB enhances this camera's functionality and flexibility. When coupled with the VIGIL Series of digital video recorders (DVR) and Video Management System (VMS) software, superior dual streaming for ultra-fast live streaming coupled with the company's exclusive RapidStream Technology on playback, the system provides the maximum performance of any Video Management System on the market today. Retailers will be very interested in the Scout X400 public view monitor (PVM) with a built-in DVR from Universal Surveillance Systems LLC (USS). This advanced unit features a 9.7-inch video screen and multiple new innovative tamper alarms that allow eye-level mounting to record activity clearly. The goal is to provide a visible deterrent to thieves in protecting high value, portable merchandise. The system sets off an alarm immediately if anyone attempts to obscure the camera, reposition the monitor, cut the power cable or open the unit. The Scout X400 has digital signage capabilities. The monitor can also be used to display video messages or advertisements triggered by the unit's built-in motion detector. With its i-PRO SmartHD 360° panoramic 3.0 megapixel dome cameras, Panasonic is targeting companies that used to mount four cameras to cover every possible viewing angle of high traffic or sensitive locations. Now they can use just one. These new cameras feature a full 360 degree field of view that eliminates blind spots, and enables multiple users to have an independent pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) experience. The camera's low-profile design allows it to be deployed in spaces where conventional motorized PTZ cameras will not fit. Key features include full 1080p resolution at 30fps with Panasonic's exclusive Mega Super Dynamic processing, on-board image correction to minimize optical distortion and ensure highly accurate images and multiple transmission modes for versatile monitoring of wide areas with a single camera. Additional intelligent features include face detection and the ability to be controlled remotely via a Smartphone. Such cameras are excellent tools in the areas of risk management, fraud and loss prevention.
